Antihistamines ACTIONS Competitively block the H1-receptor sites and impede histamine-mediated responses. Second-generation antihistamines cause less drowsiness. USES • Prevent and treat seasonal allergies, decrease itching and pruritis. • Are adjunct…
Etodolac (Lodine) CLASSIFICATION Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory analgesic ACTIONS Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis and produces analgesic and antiinflammatory effects. These actions will reduce the intensity of the pain stimulus reaching sensory nerve endings….
Diuretics ACTIONS Loop diuretics inhibit sodium (Na) and chloride (Cl) reabsorption through direct action primarily in the ascending loop of Henle but also in the proximal and distal tubules. Thiazide…
